Bill > SB1391

This bill aims to provide financial support for teachers' classroom supplies by appropriating state funds to the Department of Education, with a unique funding mechanism that requires matching contributions from the private sector. The legislation acknowledges that teachers currently spend an average of $500 per year out-of-pocket on classroom resources and seeks to alleviate this financial burden through a public-private partnership. The bill proposes to allocate funding for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, with a critical condition that state funds will only be released if private sector entities contribute an equivalent amount of matching funds on a dollar-for-dollar basis. The purpose is to help teachers obtain necessary classroom supplies and resources that enhance student learning experiences. While the bill specifies the funding mechanism and intent, it does not specify the exact dollar amount to be appropriated, leaving that detail to be determined during the budgeting process. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 3000, which appears to be a typographical error and likely meant to be July 1, 2025 or 2026.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=1391&year=2026